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Cooper Flagg accomplished an important feat of his young NBA career following the Dallas Mavericks’ 139-129 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. In 29 minutes of action, Flagg had a solid performance with his time on the court. He finished with a stat line of 22 points, four rebounds, four assists, and a […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Toronto Raptors by a final score of 139-129 on Sunday night. The victory represented Dallas’ first win of the 2025-26 NBA season. After two and a half games of offensive woes (especially from a turnover standpoint), the Mavs found their rhythm in the third quarter against the Raptors. […]

Cooper Flagg’s throwdown at the end of the third quarter didn’t just rattle the rim; it set off a roar that echoed through the arena and pushed the rookie to a new career high. Joey Mistretta posted the slam on X, writing that the dunk and the free throw that followed gave Cooper Flagg a […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg features the potential of a superstar. The Dallas Mavericks’ 2025 No. 1 overall pick may only be two games into his NBA career, but he’s already displayed serious signs of potential. However, Flagg is still adjusting to the NBA whistle, something head coach Jason Kidd addressed before Sunday’s game against the […]

The Dallas Mavericks will be without one of their centers for a third consecutive game on Sunday night. After initially being listed as doubtful to play due to a right ankle sprain, Daniel Gafford has been downgraded to out for Sunday’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors, according to the NBA injury report. Kyrie Irving and […]

From one No. 1 NBA Draft pick to another, Allen Iverson has some advice for Dallas Mavericks’ rookie Cooper Flagg, as well as others getting their start in the league. In a conversation with TMZ, Iverson told Flagg to take things “one day at a time.” Iverson added that Flagg should leave everything he’s got […]

The Dallas Mavericks have gotten off to an 0-2 start to the 2025-26 NBA season, and chatter in the NBA world has centered around Anthony Davis and his conditioning. Davis underwent eye surgery in the offseason, requiring him to wear protective eyewear for the rest of his career. As the regular season has tipped-off, Davis […]

The Dallas Mavericks dropped home games versus the San Antonio Spurs and Washington Wizards to begin their 2025-26 campaign, demoralizing an already emotionally vulnerable fan base with an abysmal brand of offense. More hard times could await the Mavs following the latest injury report. Brandon Williams is listed as out for Sunday’s showdown with the […]

While watching their team start the 2025-26 campaign 0-2, Dallas Mavericks fans see their former star, Luka Doncic, who scored 49 points and made NBA history with the Los Angeles Lakers in the first week of the regular season. After a 117-107 loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday, the “Fire Nico” chants made an […]

The Dallas Mavericks are learning the hard way that post-Luka Doncic life brings many growing pains. Fans made sure the team hears it, too. Two games into the 2025-26 season, the energy inside American Airlines Center has shifted from hopeful to hostile. Even a future Hall of Famer like Klay Thompson faces the full weight […]

Fans continue to show their disdain towards Nico Harrison, especially after the Dallas Mavericks lost to the Washington Wizards in a 117-107 upset on Friday night. Harrison surrounded himself in controversy after trading franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and one first-round pick in February. The move […]

DALLAS — The Washington Wizards defeated the Dallas Mavericks 117-107 on Friday night. Mavs fans made their frustration known toward the end of the game, chanting a familiar two-word expression from last season: “Fire Nico”. Of course, the chant is referencing Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison, who shocked the NBA world by trading Luka Doncic […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks fell to 0-2 to begin the 2025-26 season with a 117-107 loss to the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Dallas entered the game with high expectations, as Washington is expected to struggle this year. However, the Mavericks’ defense failed to find a rhythm while the offense turned the ball over […]

Cooper Flagg dunked through traffic and made sure he gave the crowd something to cheer. He hung on the rim, let the moment breathe, and soaked in an electric crowd. The Dallas Mavericks rookie rose above the fray Friday at American Airlines Center, slammed home a two-handed finish, and reminded everyone why he was the […]

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg drained his first NBA 3-pointer Friday night and followed it with the kind of all-around hustle that has this building buzzing, even though the Washington Wizards held a 76-65 lead midway through the third quarter.  Cooper Flagg pulls up and DRAINS his first NBA 3-pointer 🎯 pic.twitter.com/dkAPLxbmHE — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to host the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Although Cooper Flagg has only played in one NBA regular season contest heading into Friday’s matchup, the 18-year-old has already impressed Mavs head coach Jason Kidd. In fact, Kidd even called Flagg a “unicorn” while speaking to reporters ahead of […]

A federal gambling investigation rocked the NBA world this week, with Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones getting arrested. It immediately became one of the biggest stories in sports, not just the NBA. It also came out right when the NBA was starting back up, overshadowing some of the plays on the court early […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks’ season opener did not go according to plan. Dallas lost to the San Antonio Spurs 125-92 in what was a forgettable performance on both sides of the ball for the Mavs. Ahead of Friday’s game against the Washington Wizards, Kidd was asked how the team can improve after watching film […]

As the Dallas Mavericks navigate the early stages of the 2025-26 NBA season, head coach Jason Kidd’s decision to deploy rookie Cooper Flagg as a point guard continues to stir widespread debate across the basketball community. The experiment, which Kidd first hinted at during the offseason, has now drawn pointed criticism from prominent analysts, including […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green revealed he had no interest in convincing longtime teammate Klay Thompson to stay with the franchise, saying he believed Thompson’s departure was necessary for his personal and professional growth. On the latest episode of Network with Rich Kleiman, Green reflected on Thompson’s exit after 13 seasons with Golden State […]

While fans had mixed reactions to the debut of Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg as the team lost its regular-season opener to the San Antonio Spurs, 125-92, some have issues with how he’s been utilized. After the Mavericks’ rookie had a scoreless first half and became more aggressive later on, Charles Barkley explained his gripes […]

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg’s NBA debut did not unfold the way many expected, but the 18-year-old forward still managed to make a lasting impression. However, it wasn’t just on the court, but with a young fan after the game. Following a difficult night in which the Mavericks fell 125-92 to the San Antonio Spurs, […]

Dallas Mavericks rookie sensation Cooper Flagg didn’t need anyone to tell him his first half was rough; he knew it the moment he walked into the locker room. After going scoreless through the first two quarters of his NBA debut, the 18-year-old admitted that he made a conscious decision to come out with a new […]

All eyes were on top overall pick Cooper Flagg as he made his much-awaited debut for the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center. Many were curious to see how Flagg would fare in his first-ever regular season game, especially against the Victor Wembanyama-led Spurs. Flagg finished with a […]

DALLAS — All eyes were on Cooper Flagg on Wednesday night as the Dallas Mavericks’ 2025 No. 1 overall pick made his NBA debut. Expectations were high for Flagg, but he endured an up and down game. He ultimately scored 10 points on 4-13 shooting from the field to go along with 10 rebounds and […]

It took some time, but Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg finally got his first bucket in the NBA. After laying an egg in the first half against the San Antonio Spurs, going 0-for-2 from the field with six rebounds and a steal, the former Duke Blue Devils star scored his first-ever basket in a regular-season […]

The Dallas Mavericks opened their season by hosting the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on Wednesday in an early matchup between division rivals. Despite the ACL injury of Kyrie Irving, the Mavericks have renewed optimism with Anthony Davis entering his first full year with the team and the arrival of Cooper Flagg. Before […]

The Dallas Mavericks are set to kick off their 2025-26 regular season on Wednesday night when they host the San Antonio Spurs. It’ll be a big night for Cooper Flagg, who is set to make his highly anticipated NBA debut in a special edition pair of New Balance kicks. Flagg, the number one overall pick […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are set to play the San Antonio Spurs in their season opener on Wednesday night at the American Airlines Center. While plenty of attention is on Cooper Flagg’s NBA debut, Dallas’ depth cannot be ignored. Ahead of the game, Mavs head coach Jason Kidd said the depth will be pivotal […]

On Wednesday evening, the Dallas Mavericks will take the floor at home against the San Antonio Spurs for their first game of the 2025-26 NBA season. While head coach Jason Kidd has not yet revealed his starting lineup for the game, many assume that offseason signee D’Angelo Russell will come off the bench, especially after […]

Almost everything that happened to the Dallas Mavericks during the 2024-25 NBA season was forgettable. From multiple players suffering season-ending injuries to the unexpected Luka Doncic trade to the Mavs losing in the play-in tournament, a dark cloud lingered over this organization all year. While Mavs fans and many within the organization are putting the […]

The Dallas Mavericks are set to begin the season on Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs in what projects to be a competitive clash. While the Spurs have their center situation ready to go with Victor Wembanyama leading the way, the Mavs have uncertainty at the position. Dereck Lively II is expected to start, […]

Wednesday night will mark the first time since 2017 that the Dallas Mavericks will be starting the season without Luka Doncic on the roster after the controversial trade that sent him to the Los Angeles Lakers. Thankfully for the Mavericks, they received a mulligan in the form of Cooper Flagg, with the first overall pick […]

Megan Thee Stallion is supporting her man through a new partnership. The three-time Grammy-winning rapper is joining Fanatics Sportsbook to bring in the NBA season. The company teased that Megan was the celebrity behind their new partnership on Monday (Oct. 20). In the video, Megan is spinning a basketball on her finger. Fans guessed it […]

The 2025-26 NBA season is finally here. The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Houston Rockets in just over an hour to tip off the season. The Los Angeles Lakers host the Golden State Warriors tonight, but most games will take place on Wednesday. The Dallas Mavericks will begin against Victor Wembayama and the San Antonio […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks will host Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night to begin the 2025-26 season. The battle of the No. 1 picks will draw no shortage of attention as Flagg prepares to make his NBA debut. Wembanyama, meanwhile, is set to begin his third year […]

The Dallas Mavericks are excited for the NBA debut of their star rookie, Cooper Flagg. Flagg shares that sentiment. The rookie forward opened up on Tuesday about what he is thinking, ahead of his very first game in the NBA. “I’m just really excited….this is another one of those moments, playing in my very first […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg is set to make his NBA debut on Wednesday night as the Dallas Mavericks will host the San Antonio Spurs. Flagg, 18, is ready for the moment. It’s a long season, of course, but the 2025 No. 1 overall pick believes in Dallas’ potential as a team. So, what excites Flagg […]

Luka Doncic’s trade to the Los Angeles Lakers shook the entire NBA, with the longtime Dallas Mavericks hero arriving in LA back in February this year. The Lakers acquired Dončić (plus Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris), while Dallas received Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round pick. Now, it turns out that an unlikely […]